Trump is leaning on executive actions, including orders. Here's what those terms mean
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President Donald Trump launched his second term with numerous executive actions targeting his predecessor's policies. Eager to fulfill campaign promises, he rescinded 78 of Biden's orders and signed new ones, including a controversial pardon for 1,500 January 6 defendants. While some actions have immediate effects, like a directive for price relief, others face legal scrutiny. The article highlights how Congress and the court system can influence executive actions, emphasizing the balance of power in federal governance. Various executive forms exist, including orders, memoranda, and proclamations, each serving different administrative purposes.
President Trump’s rapid series of executive actions reflects his intent to swiftly reshape government policy, reinstating priorities from his campaign immediately after taking office.
The ability of Congress and the courts to challenge executive orders ensures a system of checks and balances remains intact, limiting the scope of unilateral presidential actions.
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